Exhibition "Raymond Pettibon. Underground" National Picasso Museum – October 14, 2025, to March 1, 2026

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Discover “Raymond Pettibon. Underground” at the Musée Picasso-Paris, a fascinating exhibition from October 14, 2025, to March 1, 2026. Dive into the provocative and graphic world of the American artist, blending punk culture, social critique, and dark humor. Book your tickets now for this unique experience.

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A unique visual, auditory, and intellectual experience at Musée Picasso-Paris.
A highlight event of the 2025-2026 Paris art season.
A unique immersion in punk and underground culture.
Sharp and insightful reflection on contemporary society.
A cult and provocative artist
Prestigious setting

Dates:from October 14, 2025, to March 1, 2026
Hours: Tuesday to Sunday, 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM (last entry 5:15 PM)
Reservation recommended to avoid queues and secure your time slot.

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What to expect

From October 14, 2025, to March 1, 2026, the Musée national Picasso-Paris opens its doors to the striking and fascinating universe of Raymond Pettibon, a major figure in the contemporary American art scene. This unprecedented exhibition, titled Underground, invites visitors to immerse themselves in an atmosphere where drawing becomes a manifesto, a cry, an irony, and sometimes a provocation.

If you enjoy exhibitions that challenge preconceived ideas and stimulate thought, Raymond Pettibon. Underground is an experience not to be missed.

🎨 Raymond Pettibon. Underground — The raw energy of rebellious art comes to Paris

🧠 An artist between punk, poetry, and dissent

Born in 1957 in Tucson, Arizona, Raymond Pettibon is renowned for his distinctive style, blending incisive drawings with striking phrases. In the 1970s, he became known in Los Angeles through the California punk scene, notably creating album covers for the legendary band Black Flag, founded by his brother Greg Ginn.
Soon, Pettibon established himself as a critical observer of American society. His work explores the abuses of power, the contradictions of popular culture, and the wounds of contemporary history. Between irony and insight, his drawings combine the grotesque and the sublime, the intimate and the political.

Underground celebrates this freedom of expression and unique graphic language. The exhibition brings together nearly 70 works accompanied by a dozen rare fanzines, tracing the main themes of his career: the American dream, institutional violence, religion, sports, sexuality, and social satire. Pettibon dissects an entire slice of the American collective imagination, often with dark humor.

🖌 A dive into underground culture

The exhibition revolves around the keyword “Underground” — a term embodying cultural and artistic resistance. For Pettibon, it is not just a visual style but an attitude toward the world: rejecting conformity, subverting symbols, and embracing the unconventional.
Through his black inks and scrawled texts, he exposes the paradoxes of an America torn between puritanism and excess, idealism and disillusionment. His drawings, often paired with enigmatic phrases, invite personal, almost introspective readings.

The Musée Picasso-Paris presents the exhibition as a journey. Each room reveals a different facet of Pettibon’s vision: political, intimate, ironic, or poetic. Together, they form a gallery of powerful images, blending raw art and comic aesthetics, where the spontaneity of the line echoes the freedom of thought.

🏛 A historic setting for contemporary work

The Musée national Picasso-Paris, located in the historic Marais mansion, offers an exceptional setting for this exhibition. Its vast, light-filled spaces resonate with the raw energy of Pettibon’s work.
In this iconic Parisian venue, dedicated to modern and contemporary creation, the public can discover an artist still too little known in Europe, whose influence spans punk culture, conceptual art, street art, and graphic design.

The exhibition is curated by Sébastien Delot, the museum’s director of collections, who has created a clear, energetic, and immersive presentation. Each work is displayed in a visual and sonic atmosphere designed to awaken the senses. An original playlist, specially created by Grégory Combet, accompanies the visit, immersing visitors in a mood that is simultaneously rock, electric, and meditative.

🕒 Opening hours and dates

Raymond Pettibon. Underground is open Tuesday to Sunday from 9:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
The last entry is at 5:15 p.m. to allow a full and comfortable visit.
The museum is closed on Mondays, as well as on January 1, May 1, and December 25.

With a limited run of only a few months, it is strongly recommended to book tickets in advance, especially for weekends and school holidays. The exhibition attracts contemporary art lovers, curious visitors, and fans of alternative and punk culture.

💶 Ticket prices

Several options are available to allow everyone to enjoy the exhibition:

Full price: €16
Reduced price: €12 (conditions apply)
Family rate: reduced price for one or two adults accompanying at least one child
Free entry for museum members

These prices include access to all exhibition spaces open to the public on the date of the visit.

💡 Why book now?

Booking your tickets for Raymond Pettibon. Underground guarantees your spot for a must-see artistic event in Paris this season. Visitor numbers are managed to ensure a smooth and comfortable experience, especially in the most popular rooms. Booking in advance also lets you avoid lines and choose your preferred time slot.

Beyond the practical benefits, it is a unique opportunity to experience rare cultural immersion, where art, music, and rebellion intersect. Pettibon does not aim to please: he questions, provokes, and amuses. His works are both poetic and political, each resonating like a phrase suspended in contemporary history.

🌍 An exhibition at the crossroads of eras

Alongside Underground, the museum also presents “Philip Guston: The Irony of History”, another major exhibition focused on an American artist who explored the tensions of his time. These two complementary shows offer a striking view of post-modern creation, where art interrogates society.

The dialogue between Guston and Pettibon highlights the richness of generational conversations among American artists, each provocative and visionary in their own way.

🎟 A visit not to be missed

Raymond Pettibon. Underground is not just an exhibition of graphic art: it is a journey into the rebellious consciousness of the late 20th century, an ode to freedom of expression and the power of the line.
Whether you are a contemporary art enthusiast, a counterculture fan, or simply curious, this exhibition will captivate you with its visual force and the depth of its message.

Book your tickets now and be amazed by the expressive power of an artist who continues to make the art world vibrate even today.

Schedule

Available every day except on Monday
Schedule: 9:30 am, 10:00 am, 10:30 am, 11:00 am, 11:30 am, 12:00 pm, 12:30 pm, 1:00 pm, 1:30 pm, 2:00 pm, 2:30 pm, 3:00 pm, 3:30 pm, 4:00 pm, 4:30 pm, 5:00 pm

Dive into the rebellious universe of Raymond Pettibon in a group!

Organizing an event for a group of more than 10 people?

Experience a unique artistic journey with friends, colleagues, or students at Musée Picasso-Paris. Enjoy special rates and an exclusive guided tour by booking your group now via the dedicated form!

Feel free to contact us at +33 1 48 74 05 10 for any requests.

Common questions

Where is the exhibition held?

It takes place at the Musée national Picasso-Paris, located at 5 rue de Thorigny, 75003 Paris, in the Marais district.

Who is Raymond Pettibon?

Raymond Pettibon is an American artist born in 1957, known for his striking graphic style and drawings that combine text and image, inspired by punk culture, politics, and literature.

What does the exhibition present?

The exhibition brings together nearly 70 drawings and several fanzines tracing Pettibon’s career, exploring themes such as violence, American society, and the subversive spirit of the punk years.

Why the title “Underground”?

The word Underground evokes the alternative, rebellious, and marginal world in which the artist operates, stemming from the Californian punk scene of the 1970s.

Is the exhibition suitable for all audiences?

Yes, but some content may address adult or provocative themes. Guided or accompanied visits are recommended for younger visitors.

Is there a connection with other exhibitions?

Yes, the exhibition is presented alongside “Philip Guston: The Irony of History”, another major exhibition available at the museum at the same time.

Who is the curator of the exhibition?

The exhibition is curated by Sébastien Delot, director of collections at the Musée national Picasso-Paris.

Is there a soundtrack or musical atmosphere?

Yes, an original playlist created by Grégory Combet accompanies the exhibition, immersing visitors in the musical atmosphere of Pettibon’s world.

Do the works come from famous collections?

Yes, several pieces on display belong to prestigious international museums such as the MoMA, the Tate, the Centre Pompidou, and the Whitney Museum.

Why visit this exhibition?

Because it offers a rare immersion into American countercultural art, blending dark humor, social critique, and punk energy — a unique opportunity to discover a cult artist in an iconic Parisian venue.